Position Summary:The Development Director is responsible for leading and executing the chapter's fundraising efforts, with a strong emphasis on individual giving, corporate partnerships, special events, volunteer and donor recruitment & cultivation, and community engagement. This role ensures alignment with organization and department policies and procedures, maintains accurate donor data in the CRM system, and drives revenue growth to support the area and chapter's goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Accountable for achieving fundraising budgets & volunteer leadership goals. Plan, execute, and evaluate fundraising events.
- Develop event budgets, sponsorship packages, and growth strategies to maximize revenue and engagement.
- Lead donor moves management by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual and institutional donors.
- Recruit and maintain strong relationships with board members, donors, volunteers, and community partners to support fundraising efforts.
- Develop and implement strategies for donor retention and growth, including personalized outreach, and recognition.
- Communicate, educate, and raise awareness about CF and the Foundation's mission to people with CF, families, and community members.
- Collaborate with Field Marketing Partner to manage external marketing & communications.
- Follow all organizational and departmental policies, procedures, and ethical standards related to fundraising and donor relations.
- Ensure fundraising activities align with department, area and chapter goals, and strategic priorities.
- Provide accurate forecasting of revenue and expenses for events.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:- Four-year college degree preferred or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
- Minimum of 4 years related non-profit experience.
- Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
- Strong volunteer management experience.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational, financial and planning skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:- Reports to the Executive Director. No direct reports.
WORKING CONDITIONS: - Work nights and weekends, as necessary.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to meetings or events.
- Sitting, bending, reaching, and walking.
- Some heavy lifting may be required.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 5 days or until the position is filled. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply promptly if interested.
The salary range is $81,800.00 to $102,300.00. Specific salary varies based on geographic location and is commensurate with experience.
Total Rewards: The CF Foundation is committed to offering competitive compensation (base pay and incentive), benefits, time off and professional development opportunities that maximize our ability to recruit, retain, reward, and motivate a highly qualified and diverse workforce. Visit our Why Work at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for detailed total rewards information.
